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FP03 ZVW

2003 Skoda Fabia

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

52,994 mi
Last recorded52,994 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2017
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP03 ZVW
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2017 52,994 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 49,774 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2015 49,774 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 31 Oct 2014 47,675 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/r tyre split and perished (not to cords)

Pass 1 Nov 2013 45,746 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2013 45,746 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 41,602 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Jun 2011 37,397 miles

n/s/f tyre getting low on tread 3mm.

Pass 8 Jul 2010 33,081 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2010 33,081 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 22 Jul 2009 29,203 miles

Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

crack in o\s\f door mirror glass

Fail 3 Jun 2009 28,353 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

offside door mirror cracked

Pass 11 Jun 2008 24,298 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 19,528 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 15,295 miles

How Reliable is the Skoda Fabia?

Based on 4,863,673 MOT tests across 365,048 vehicles.

76.0%
Pass Rate
5,664
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
365,048
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 104,456
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 68,301
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 61,646
Stop lamp not working 51,458
position lamp(s) not working 39,215
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FP03 ZVW is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2003 Skoda Fabia models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 65,642 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Skoda Fabia fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 104,456 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FP03 ZVW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Skoda Fabia typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Skoda Fabia is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FP03 ZVW registered?

FP03 ZVW is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 3 June 2003.

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